Serving 345 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Dr George Blackman Ecc ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dr George Blackman Ecc ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Dr George Blackman Ecc's student population of 345 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence is our primary expectation.
School Rankings
Dr George Blackman Ecc ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dr George Blackman Ecc is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4206 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
62%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dr George Blackman Ecc's ranking?
Dr George Blackman Ecc is ranked #4206 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dr George Blackman Ecc often compared to?
Dr George Blackman Eccis often viewed alongside schools like Dr Lydia T Wright Sch Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Dr George Blackman Ecc?
345 students attend Dr George Blackman Ecc.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dr George Blackman Ecc students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dr George Blackman Ecc?
Dr George Blackman Ecc has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dr George Blackman Ecc offer ?
Dr George Blackman Ecc offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dr George Blackman Ecc part of?
Dr George Blackman Ecc is part of Buffalo City School District.
In what neighborhood is Dr George Blackman Ecc located?
Dr George Blackman Ecc is located in the Parkside neighborhood of Buffalo, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Parkside.
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